2008 BMW 523 vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen SP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 523 | SP |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
